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MicroStrategy Expands Bitcoin Holdings with $243 Million Purchase
Business intelligence firm MicroStrategy has made another significant addition to its already substantial Bitcoin holdings, purchasing 2,530 BTC worth a staggering $243 million. This latest acquisition brings the company’s total Bitcoin reserves to an impressive 450,000 BTC.
According to reports, the purchase was made between January 6 and January 12, with MicroStrategy reportedly paying an average price of $95,972 per coin. This transaction marks the firm’s tenth consecutive week of Bitcoin investments, following a $101 million purchase of 1,070 BTC just last week.
The company has been on an aggressive buying spree, having already secured over two-thirds of its ambitious “21/21” plan to raise $42 billion by 2027 through stock and debt offerings. The funds raised will be used exclusively for the acquisition of Bitcoin.
Despite concerns that MicroStrategy’s reliance on Bitcoin’s price appreciation may not be sustainable in the long run, others believe that the firm’s vast holdings could potentially generate significant returns in the future. Critics have warned that if Bitcoin’s value stagnates or drops significantly, MicroStrategy could face serious financial challenges.
However, proponents argue that the company’s massive Bitcoin reserves could provide liquidity and opportunities for profit through lending and borrowing activities. In any case, the acquisition has already had a positive impact on the company’s stock price, with MSTR shares rising by almost 10% in the past week.
The recent surge in MicroStrategy’s stock price is likely attributed to the company’s commitment to its Bitcoin strategy, which continues to garner attention and investment from around the world.
Source: www.crypto-news.net
